TN 90
The TN 90 was a variable yield thermonuclear warhead developed by France for the Hadès tactical missile, designed to replace the AN 51/Pluton system. Development began in 1983, and production in 1990. However, following the collapse of the Soviet Union, production was halted after only 30 of an intended 180 warheads were built, and they were immediately put into storage.
TN 90
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- TN 90
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The TN 90 was a variable yield thermonuclear warhead developed by France for the Hadès tactical missile, designed to replace the AN 51/Pluton system. Development began in 1983, and production in 1990. However, following the collapse of the Soviet Union, production was halted after only 30 of an intended 180 warheads were built, and they were immediately put into storage.
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The Hadès missiles, and their TN-90 warheads, were retired, along with all French land-based missiles, in 1996.
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• Name — TN 90 • Origin — France • Type — Nuclear weapon • Is Explosive — yes • Design Date — 1983–1990 • Production Date — 1990–1992 • Number — 30 • Yield — variable up to 80 kt(TNT)
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